The Art of Balancing Old and New | Cox Architects

A kitchen courtyard brings greenery and outdoor cooking into a contemporary extension to a Victorian home in London, where architect Steve Cox balances heritage with modern living. Built around 1900, the house is located within a conservation area in Balham and retains much of its original character. Architect Steve Cox approaches the renovation by preserving and reusing the existing fabric wherever possible, while expressing new interventions in a distinctly contemporary style.The 2,150-sq-ft residence, refurbished in 2025, retains original timber flooring and plaster details, while accommodating a rear extension and a loft conversion. The principal spatial move gathers cooking, dining and […]